Liverpool supporters are pressing for transparency after reports emerged regarding a potential investment in the club involving billionaire Jeff Bezos. The Spirit of Shankly, a prominent supporters group, has written to the club to request a formal meeting to discuss how a new stake could impact the future of Liverpool FC.
The interest stems from an investor group led by Amit Bhatia, who is the son-in-law of Indian steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal. According to reports from Sky News, the group also counts Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin among its members. Fenway Sports Group, the current owners of Liverpool, confirmed in July that they had been approached by the consortium.
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, holds a fortune estimated by Forbes at more than $280 billion, while Eduardo Saverin’s wealth is valued at approximately $33 billion. In their letter to the club, the Spirit of Shankly emphasized that prioritizing the interests of the team and its fanbase remains a fundamental concern.
Expressing caution about the potential shift in ownership dynamics, the supporters group noted that they have observed similar sales at other football clubs that led to significant changes in operations and decision-making. The group stated that they wish to avoid behaviors and outcomes that many would not want to see at Anfield.
The club is currently navigating a transitional period. After winning the Premier League title in the 2024/25 season under manager Arne Slot, the club moved to replace the Dutchman in May following a turbulent campaign. The team is now under the leadership of Andoni Iraola.
"Putting the interests of LFC and its supporters first is fundamental to us all," said a statement from the group.
